Durango Midstream - Crocket Station: Oil Extraction Facility in Pratt, Kansas

Durango Midstream - Crocket Station is an oil extraction facility located in Pratt, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and situated in Pratt County, with coordinates 37.550580, -98.547360. It is part of the broader oil extraction sector, contributing to the region's energy infrastructure. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). In the United States, oil extraction facilities are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-level agencies. Kansas has a history of oil and gas production, with many facilities operating in the central and western parts of the state. The environmental significance of this facility includes potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. Oil extraction activities can involve emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other pollutants, as well as risks of spills or leaks. The facility's location in a rural area of Kansas may reduce some risks associated with population density, but regulatory compliance remains critical for minimizing environmental footprint.

The facility is located in Pratt County, Kansas, a region with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. Oil extraction operations can affect local air quality through emissions of VOCs and methane, and water resources through potential spills or produced water management. The area's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater for agriculture heighten the importance of spill prevention and proper waste disposal. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and Kansas Department of Health and Environment helps mitigate these risks.